1941 OLDSMOBILE
Model Designations:
Oldsmobile, Special 6, Series 66 (F), 6 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Special 8, Series 68 (E), 8 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Dynamic 6, Series 76 (G), 6 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Dynamic 8, Series 78 (J), 8 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser 6, Series 96 (H), 6 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser 8, Series 98 (L), 8 Cylinder
Oldsmobile, Special, Series 66 (F), 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Convertible, 3 Passenger, Body #413567
Base Price: $1,048; Shipping Weight: 3,155 Pounds; Production Total: 2,833
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413527B
Base Price: $852; Shipping Weight: 3,145 Pounds; Production Total: 6,433
2 Door Club Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413527
Base Price: $893; Shipping Weight: 3,185 Pounds; Production Total: 23,796
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 413511
Base Price: $898; Shipping Weight: 3,190 Pounds; Production Total: 32,475
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413519
Base Price: $945; Shipping Weight: 3,230; Production Total: 37,820
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #4135SW
Base Price: $1,175; Shipping Weight: NA: Production Total: NA
Oldsmobile, Special, Series 68 (E), 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Convertible, 3 Passenger, Body #413567
Base Price: $1,089; Shipping Weight: 3,445 Pounds; Production Total: 776
2 Door Business Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413527B
Base Price: $883; Shipping Weight: 3,260 Pounds; Production Total: 188
2 Door Club Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413527
Base Price: $935; Shipping Weight: 3,330 Pounds; Production Total: 2,684
2 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 413511
Base Price: $940; Shipping Weight: 3,335 Pounds; Production Total: 3,878
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413519
Base Price: $987; Shipping Weight: 3,390; Production Total: 6,009
4 Door Station Wagon, 6 Passenger, Body #4135SW
Base Price: $1,217; Shipping Weight: NA: Production Total: NA
Oldsmobile, Dynamic, Series 76 (G), 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413627B
Base Price: $908; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds; Production Total: 352
2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 413627
Base Price: $954; Shipping Weight: 3,320 Pounds;
Production Total: 41,938 (Standard); 6,947 (DeLuxe)
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413609
Base Price: $1,010; Shipping Weight: 3,390;
Production Total: 31,074 (Sandard); 9,645 (DeLuxe)
Oldsmobile, Dynamic, Series 78 (J), 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413627B
Base Price: $1,029; Shipping Weight: 3,403 Pounds; Production Total: 51
2 Door Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 413627
Base Price: $1,074; Shipping Weight: 3,420 Pounds;
Production Total: 8,260 (Standard); 5,338 (DeLuxe)
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413609
Base Price: $1,130; Shipping Weight: 3,500;
Production Total: 8,046 (Sandard); 7,534 (DeLuxe)
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser, Series 96 (H), 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Convertble, 3 Passenger, Body # 413967
Base Price: $1,191; Shipping Weight: 3,525 Pounds; Production Total: 325
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413927
Base Price: $1,043; Shipping Weight: 3,320 Pounds; Production Total: 2,176
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413919
Base Price: $1,099; Shipping Weight: 3,410; Production Total: 4,176
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser, Series 98 (L), 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
2 Door Convertble, 3 Passenger, Body # 413967
Base Price: $1,227; Shipping Weight: 3,600 Pounds; Production Total: 1,263
4 Door Phaeton, 6 Passenger, Body #413967
Base Price: $1,575; Shipping Weight: 3,790 Pounds: Production Total: 119
2 Door Coupe, 3 Passenger, Body # 413927
Base Price: $1,059; Shipping Weight: 3,430 Pounds; Production Total: 1,263
4 Door Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #413919
Base Price: $1,135; Shipping Weight: 3,500; Production Total: 22,081
General Specifications
Oldsmobile, Special 66 (F), 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 119
Engine: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/8"
Engine Displacement: 238.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.10 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 29.40
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: : 4.10:1
Carburetor: Single Downdraft with Automatic Choke .
Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear 28
Oldsmobile, Dynamic 76 (G), 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 125
Engine: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/8"
Engine Displacement: 238.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.10 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 29.40
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: : 4.30:1
Carburetor: Single Downdraft with Automatic Choke .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear 28
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser, Series 96 (H), 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 125
Engine: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/8"
Engine Displacement: 238.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.10 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 29.40
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,400 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: : 4.30:1
Carburetor: Single Downdraft with Automatic Choke .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear 24
Capacities, 6 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 17-3/4 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 9 Quarts on Refill; 10 Quarts on Overhaul
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Tune Up Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .040"
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 35 degrees
Ignition Timing: "TDC" Mark on Flywheel
Firing Order: 153624
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .008", Exhaust .011"
Cylinder Head Torque: 60-70 Ft Lbs
Engine Bearing Data, 6 Cylinder Models
Camshaft End Play: Controlled by Spring & Plunger on the front.
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0035"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.123"-2.124"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .005"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-55 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter:
#1: 2.478"-2.479"; #2: 2.5405"-2.5415";
#3: 2.6655"-2.6665"; #4: 2.6855"-2.6865;
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025" for Front Main; .001"-.003" for Others
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: #1, 2, & 3: 100 Ft Lbs; #4, 140 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .008"; Exhaust .011"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .0125"; Exhaust: .0155"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 5 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 55 Lbs @ 2-1/4 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002" -.004"
Exhaust .0025"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data, 6 Cylinder Models
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .023"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0013"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 4 to 11
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .008"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .001"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
General Specifications
Oldsmobile, Special 68 (E), 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 119 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-7/8"
Engine Displacement: 257.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.1:1;
Carburetor: Dual Downdraft with Automatic Choke
Tire Size: 6.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Oldsmobile, Dynamic 78 (J), 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 125 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-7/8"
Engine Displacement: 257.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.3:1;
Carburetor: Dual Downdraft with Automatic Choke
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 28
Oldsmobile, Custom Cruiser 98 (L), 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 125 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 3-7/8"
Engine Displacement: 257.1 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 110 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.3:1;
Carburetor: Dual Downdraft with Automatic Choke
Tire Size: 7.00 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear, 24
Capacities, 8 Cylinder Models
Cooling System: 21-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 19 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 20;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90, Winter 90
Hydra-Matic Transmission: 9 Quarts on Refill; 10 Quarts on Overhaul
Rear Axle: 2-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Tune Up Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models
Spark Plug Type: Champion J-8, J-11, or Equivalent
Spark Plug: Gap .030"
Point Gap: .015"
Distributor Cam Angle: 31 degrees
Ignition Timing: Steel Ball in Flywheel
Firing Order: 16258374
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .008", Exhaust .011"
Cylinder Head Torque: 60-70 Ft Lbs
Engine Bearing Data, 8 Cylinder Models
Camshaft End Play: Controlled by Spring & Plunger at the front
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0035"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.123"-2.124"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .005"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 50-55 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter:
#1: 2.478"-2.489"; #2: 2.5405"-2.5415";
#3: 2.603"-2.604"; #4: 2.6655"-2.6665";
#5: 2.6855:-2.6865"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"; Others .001"-.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .004"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension:
#1, 2, 3, & 4: 100 Ft Lbs; #5: 140 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .008"; Exhaust .011"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .0125"; Exhaust: .0155"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens At Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 10 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 55 Lbs @ 2-1/4 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002"-.004"
Exhaust .0025"-.004"
Piston & Ring Data, 8 Cylinder Models
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top Land Inch .023"
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0013"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .002"
Pounds Pull on Scale: 4 to 11
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .009"
Oil Ring: .009"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .001"-.0025"
Oil Control Ring: .001"-.0025"
Beginning Engine Numbers:
6 Cylinder Models: G-225001
8 Cylinder Models:: L-379001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
6 Cylinder, Series F: 66C-1001 California
66L-1001 Linden, New Jersey
66-1001 Lansing, Michigan
6 Cylinder, Series G: 76C-1001 California
76L-1001 Linden New Jersey
76-1001 Lansing, Michigan
6 Cylinder, Series H: 96C-1001 California
96L-1001 Linden, New Jersey
96-1001 Lansing, Michigan
8 Cylinder, Series E 68C-1001 California
68L-1001 Linden, New Jersey
68-1001 Lansing, Michigan
8 Cylinder, Series J 78C-1001 California
78L-1001 Linden, New Jersey
78-1001 Lansing, Michigan
8 Cylinder, Series L 98C-1001 California
98L-1001 Linden, New Jersey
98-1001 Lansing, Michigan
Brake Specifications, 119" Wheelbase Models
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 21-5/16"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/16" *
* Adjust Pedal so Rubber Pad Under the Toe Board is Compressed to the Dimension Indicated.
Brake Specifications, 125" Wheelbase Models
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 21-5/16"
Width: 2",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/16" *
* Adjust Pedal so Rubber Pad Under the Toe Board is Compressed to the Dimension Indicated.
Wheel Alignment Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Caster: - 3/8 Degrees
Camber: +1/4 Degrees
Toe In: 3/32"
Kingpin Angle: 4-5/6 Degrees
Rear Axle , 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .004"-.008"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .000"-.008"
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Distributor #647-F
Cam Angle: 35 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1-1/2 Degrees @ 250 RPM
Full Advance: 14 Degrees @ 1,850 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5"-7"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 15"-18"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 10 Degrees
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Distributor #1110802
Cam Angle: 25 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .015"
Condenser Capacity: .20 -.25 Mfds.
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19-23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1-1/4 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 15 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5"-7"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 14"-17"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications
Generator #1102664
Brush Spring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.75-1.9 Amperes
Maximum Cold Output:
30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,7500 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controled by Current Regulator
Generator #1102680
Brush Spring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.75-1.9 Amperes
Maximum Cold Output:
30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,7500 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controled by Current Regulator
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Part #1118201
Ground Polarity: Negative
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.2-6.7 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0-4.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34-36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.2-7.4 Volts
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models
Part #1107034
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 5,000 RPM
Lock Test: 525 Amperes, 3.37 Volts, 12 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models
Part #11007922
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 60 Amperes, 5.0 Volts, @ 6,000 RPM
Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts, 15 Ft. Lbs. of Torque.
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #481S
Casting # 340
Repair Kit # 1097A
Float Level: 1/2"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-102
Pump Travel: 16/64" (Medium Stroke)
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .020", there should be .005" to .015" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm
Unloader Setting: 3/8"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WA1
Part #504S
Casting # 340
Repair Kit # 1097A
Float Level: 1/2"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-102
Pump Travel: 16/64" (Medium Stroke)
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .020", there should be .005" to .015" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm
Unloader Setting: 7/16"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WD0
Part #480S-SA
Casting # 342
Repair Kit # 1096A
Float Level: 3/16"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-113
Pump Travel: 19/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, indicator lines should be flush with top of anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .015"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder
Carburetor Model: WD0
Part #503S-SA
Casting # 342
Repair Kit # 1096A
Float Level: 3/8"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns
Metering Rod Gauge: T-109-113
Pump Travel: 19/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, indicator lines should be flush with top of anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Fast Idle Setting: .015"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Fuel Pump Data:
Pump Model: AH
Maximum Pressure: 3-3/4 PSI
Pump Model: AJ
Maximum Pressure: 4 PSI
Dash Gauge Manufacturer:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Colors & Codes
20 Black
21-A Sea Plane Bronze Poly Upper & Casino Brown Poly Lower
22 Ambassador Red Poly
23 Miami Sand
24 Capri Blue Poly
24-A Teal Blue Poly Upper & Capri Blue Poly Lower
25 Oslo Blue Poly
25-A Pacific Blue Poly Upper & Oslo Blue Poly Lower
26 Bengal Brown Poly
27 Dusty Gray
27-A River Mist Gray Upper & Dusty Gray Lower
28 Falcon Gray Poly
28-A Eddystone Gray Poly Upper & Falcon Gray Poly Lower
29 Renfrew Green Poly
29-A Aspen Green Poly Upper & Renfrew Green Poly Lower
32 Garnet Red Poly
Popular Options
Fender Skirts, Bumper Guards, DeLuxe Radio, Standard Radio,Contitioned Air Heater, DeLuxe Heater, Underseat Heater, Wind up Clock, Electric Clock, Cigar Lighter, Glove Compartment Light, DeLuxe Steering Wheel, Vanity Visor Mirror, Rear Seat Foot Rests, Wheel Trim Rings, Turn Signals, Fog Lamps, Backup Lamps, License Plate Frames, Exhaust Deflector, Seat Covers, Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission.
1941 Oldsmobile Historical Data
1941 Oldsmobiles were introduced on September 23, 1940.
Total 1941 Oldsmobile Production was 270,040.
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